Senior Accounts Controller
6 months ago
About Us:
Join us at Gallagher Re, the trailblazers of the reinsurance world, where every day brings new opportunities to shape the future. We empower our clients with cutting-edge analytics and insights, providing them the confidence to make strategic decisions that transform industries. As a team member, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, translating data into impactful solutions and taking the reins of your career like never before.
Overview:
Gallagher Re is looking to recruit a Senior Accounts Controller to join our Asia Pacific team.
As an Accounts Controller you will service a portfolio of accounts within the Asia Pac team of Gallagher Re. As part of this role, you will also ensure that balances are collected and paid in accordance with the contractual requirements.
This position will be based in Ipswich and will require daily interaction with other colleagues in London, Mumbai, our Asia regional offices, as well as with our clients and carriers. Experience within a similar role is essential.
**Responsibilities**:
- Ensure the secure, efficient and auditable handling of client’s monies
- Own the fiscal relationship for designated clients and act as the main point of contact for all matters relating to payments
- Actively service accounts to a high standard and ensure timely collection and payment of monies due to/ from clients, reinsurers and third parties; reconciliation, chasing and minimisation of funding to ensure financial metrics are achieved.
- Use MI to identify debtor related problems and escalate, negotiate and influence where necessary to resolve.
- Review and correlate cash on a daily basis
- Maintain ongoing relationships with assigned clients, reinsurers and third parties
- Complete Account Controller core requirements reviews where appropriate
- Adhere to standardised Group policies and procedures, Accounting and Settlement fundamentals, including sanctions touch points and other regulatory requirements
Qualifications:
- Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent
- CII qualifications or studying towards would be beneficial
- Experience of using Open Twins is desirable
- Intermediate IT skills (Microsoft Office)
- Good communication skills (Written and Verbal)
- Attention to detail, ability to organise and prioritise
- Ability to work in a team and autonomously; and general willingness to learn and grow
- Ability to build strong working relationships with both clients and brokers
- Good time management skills
- Eligible to work in the UK
Compensation and Benefits:
On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
Below are the **minimum core benefits** you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
- Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ 5 more days
- Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to
- Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x
- Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up
- Health cash plan or Private medical insurance
**Other benefits include**:
- Three fully paid volunteering days per year
- Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount
- Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan
- Critical illness cover
- Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally
- Season ticket loan
- Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase
- Emergency back-up family care
- And many more
**We value inclusion and diversity**
Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.
Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.
Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, in addition to supporting our existing employees with any long-term health conditions or disabilities.
We understand that applicants may have disabilities, if you do, you may find some parts of the recruitment process more challenging than others. Don’t worry, we’re here to help, however, we can only do this if you let us know.
Our employing entity, Arthur J. Gallagher Services (UK) Limited, is proud to be accredited as a Living Wage employer with the Living Wage Foundation. We are committed to diversity and opportunity for all and are opposed to any form of less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender or gende
-
Head of Accounting and Finance
2 weeks ago
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full timeJob Title: Head of Accounting and FinanceWe are seeking an experienced Head of Accounting and Finance to join our team at Hays Senior Finance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and finance and be able to lead a team effectively.About the Role:Oversee the preparation of financial statements and reportsDevelop and implement...
-
Management Accountant
3 weeks ago
Ipswich, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full timeManagement Accountant Employer Location England, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Salary - per day + Competitive Closing date 9 Jan 2025 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.Job Details Your new company Hays Senior Finance are working with a growing manufacturer in...
-
Account Control Professional
1 week ago
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Miller Insurance Services LLP Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Account Control Professional to join our team at Miller Insurance Services LLP. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and controlling credit to ensure the financial health of our organisation.The successful candidate will have experience in preparing and maintaining accurate accounting records and...
-
Senior Quantity Control Specialist
3 weeks ago
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Parker Jones Group Ltd Full timeSenior Quantity Control Specialist Job Brief: We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Control Specialist to join our dynamic team in Suffolk. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing various aspects of quantity surveying, including re-measurement, supply chain cost control, and final account preparation.Key Responsibilities: *...
-
Senior Credit Controller
6 months ago
Ipswich, United Kingdom MacKenzie King Full time**MacKenzie King** are proud to be working with one of our trusted, well known clients to recruit a **Senior** **Credit Controller** for their team. As a **Senior Credit Controller** you will work closely with the Financial Controller as well as playing a supporting role to other more junior members of the team. The successful **Senior** **Credit...
-
Senior Accountant Position
2 weeks ago
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Pro Talent Full timeWe are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team at Pro Talent in Ipswich. As an Accounts Semi-Senior, you will be responsible for preparing financial statements, accounting schedules, and control account reconciliations.Key responsibilities include:BookkeepingVAT return preparationManagement accountsThe ideal candidate has AAT qualifications, 1 year's...
-
Accounting Senior Professional
2 weeks ago
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Pro Talent Full timePro Talent is seeking a highly skilled Accounts Senior to join their team in Ipswich. As an expert in financial services, you will be responsible for preparing financial statements, accounting schedules, and control account reconciliations.About the JobThis is a permanent position with a competitive estimated salary of £35,000 - £45,000 per annum,...
-
Senior Accountant Position
6 days ago
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Pro Talent Full timeJob SummaryA reputable accountancy firm in the Ipswich area seeks a skilled Senior Accountant to prepare financial statements, accounting schedules, and control account reconciliations. Key responsibilities include bookkeeping, VAT return preparation, and management accounts. The ideal candidate has AAT qualifications, 1 year's experience, and knowledge of...
-
Senior Accounting Professional
2 weeks ago
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Pro Talent Full timeJob Description: Senior Accounting ProfessionalWe are seeking a skilled Senior Accounting Professional to join our team at Pro Talent. As a key member of our accounting department, you will be responsible for preparing financial statements, accounting schedules, and recommendations on accounting matters.The Role:Prepare financial statements from source...
-
Senior Credit Controller
7 months ago
Ipswich, United Kingdom MacKenzie King Full time**Key Responsibilities** - Review, Monitor and approve Customer Credit Limits in line with company Credit Control Policy. - Review Customer accounts to be put on “stop” in line with company Credit Control Policy. - Administrator for Credit card merchant facilities. - Establish close relationships with all colleagues and customers, especially major...
-
Senior Accountant Role Opportunity
1 month ago
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom ProTalent Limited Full timeSenior Accountant Position: We are recruiting a Senior Accountant to join our team at ProTalent Limited. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to progress their career in a dynamic and supportive environment. As an Accounts Semi-Senior, you will be responsible for preparing financial statements, accounting schedules,...
-
Insurance Accounts Controller
1 day ago
Ipswich, United Kingdom Employment Specialists Ltd Full timeSome of these accounts are International, so experience of dealing with foreign currencies would be an advantage although not essential as full training is provided to ensure you are able to provide a first class service to your clients. Our Client has been working on a hybrid basis so is comfortable with you being able to manage your working week between...
-
Senior Accountant Position
1 week ago
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Protalent Full timeAt Protalent, we are seeking a skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in Ipswich. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant looking to work with a well-established and respected boutique accountancy firm.About the FirmOur client offers a wide range of accounting and business advisory services, making it an ideal choice for...
-
Financial Controller
4 weeks ago
Ipswich, United Kingdom Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited Full timeWe are currently recruiting for Financial Controller to join a market leading business based in Ipswich. You will be working closely with the Finance Director and other senior stakeholders, so will offer fantastic exposure across the wider business. Responsibilities include: Delivery of the month-end close process Preparation of annual...
-
Financial Controller
2 weeks ago
Ipswich, United Kingdom Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited Full timeWe are currently recruiting for Financial Controller to join a market leading business based in Ipswich.You will be working closely with the Finance Director and other senior stakeholders, so will offer fantastic exposure across the wider business.Responsibilities include: Delivery of the month-end close process Preparation of annual budgets Processing and...
-
Financial Controller
2 months ago
Ipswich, United Kingdom CV-Library Full timeWe are currently recruiting for Financial Controller to join a market leading business based in Ipswich. You will be working closely with the Finance Director and other senior stakeholders, so will offer fantastic exposure across the wider business. Responsibilities include: Delivery of the month-end close process Preparation of annual...
-
Senior Financial Accountant
21 hours ago
Ipswich, United Kingdom WTW Full time**The Role** The WTW Financial Controllership group operates across a number of teams and locations, and whilst this role will include activities and responsibilities spanning this wider group, the main focus will be the financial accounting and statutory and regulatoryreporting activities of Willis Limited, WTW’s principal UK FCA regulated insurance...
-
Senior Accountant Position
2 weeks ago
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Austin Fraser Full timeAbout the OpportunityWe are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Finance department in Felixstowe / Ipswich. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing financial and administrative support, including supervising the Assistant Management Accountant.About YouYou will have AAT Qualified or Qualified by experience, proficiency in Excel,...
-
Senior Accountant
9 hours ago
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom ProTalent Limited Full timeThe position of Accounts Semi-Senior at a well-established accountancy practice in Ipswich presents an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to make the move from a larger practice into a boutique firm.Company OverviewWell known and respected accountancy firmOffer a broad range of accounting and business advisory servicesForward thinking and embrace...
-
Accounts Controller
2 weeks ago
Ipswich, United Kingdom Gallagher Re Full timeIntroduction Join us at Gallagher Re, the trailblazers of the reinsurance world, where every day brings new opportunities to shape the future.We empower our clients with cutting-edge analytics and insights, providing them the confidence to make strategic decisions that transform industries.As a team member, you'll be at the forefront of innovation,...